December 1931
Mandan, North Dakota Boys Scouts - Tenderfoot Kenton Kuebker
1940 United States Federal Census (10 April 1940) for New Salem, Morton County, North Dakota (sheet 5A, household 89) - Kenton Kuebker (19 North Dakota). He and his family had lived in Mandan, Morton County, North Dakota in 1935. Kenton had completed 4 years of high school. He was a clerk in the family bakery.
Kenton William Kuebker (21, 24 August 1919, Mandan, North Dakota), a resident of New Salem, Morton County, North Dakota, signed up for his World War II Draft Registration Card (Serial No. 919, Order No. 1482) on 16 October 1940 in New Salem, Morton County, North Dakota. He was employed by his father, Wm. Kuebker. He also listed his dad as the person who would always know his address. Kenton was described as 5' 11" in height, 165 lbs., with a light complexion, brown hair and blue eyes.
Kenton W. Kuebker married Lillian Marie Jebb on 23 August 1941 in North Dakota.
Kenton W. Kuebker (U.S. Navy Reserve) was drafted in the U.S. Navy on 30 May 1942 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Baker 3rd Class Kenton W. Kuebker (S/N 638-70-66), USNR, was assigned to the troop transport, U.S.S. Kenmore (AP-62) and was received on board upon its commissioning on 05 August 1942 at Baltimore, from Receiving Station, Navy Yard, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Baker 2nd Class Kenton William Kuebker (S/N 638-70-66), USNR, was transferred via NTS Norfolk, Virginia on 16 September 1943 to be FFT to the destroyer, U.S.S. Albert W. Grant (DD-649). The U.S.S. Kenmore (AP-62) was decommissioned at Baltimore, Maryland, on that day for conversion to a hospital ship.
He was received on board the U.S.S. Albert W. Grant (DD-649) on its commissioning, 24 November 1943 at Charleston, South Carolina. It carried a a crew of 288 men. On 01 March 1944 he was promoted to Baker 1st Class.
On 24 October, U.S.S. Albert W. Grant joined TG 77.2 and sailed to engage a Japanese task force reported steaming northward from the Sulu Sea toward Surigao Strait. That American battleship group met the Japanese force in the Battle of Surigao Strait, and Grant, along with other destroyers in advance of the main battle line, conducted a torpedo attack under the cover of darkness during the early morning hours of the 25th. "Commenced attack on Jap fleet, our unit fired torpedoes at 04.05."
During this attack, she was hit and severely damaged by gunfire, not only from Japanese naval forces, but also by friendly fire from the light cruiser, USS Denver (CL-58). BKR1c Kuebker's ship got caught in the crossfire. "We were in cross fire at 04:08…We were hit regular for 3 minutes…" The Albert W. Grant suffered 13 hits, 3 from 120mm Japanese shells and 10 by American six-inch shells. "by 04.20 we were dead in the water with no power or lights except emergency lighting." Thirty-eight men were killed and 104 were wounded. Sadly, based upon the patter of Denver hits over half of the men killed were due to the Denver.
"It was now roughly 0745. In an emotion packed effort we transferred 38 men who were severely wounded (including Baker First Class Kenton William Kuebker) to NEWCOMB (destroyer U.S.S. Newcomb DD-586) where they would have more expertise and improved medical assistance. Sadly, a number of these men died later as a result of their wounds." Kenton was then transferred to the hospital ship, U.S.S Mercy (AH-8).
Source: DD-649, U.S.S. Albert W. Grant - Common Men, Uncommon Valor by Terrence Patrick McGarty and Elaine (Carlson) Dorland (2007 Massachusetts Institute of Technology), page 148.
Baker First Class Kenton William Kuebker (S/N 638 70 66), U.S. Navy Reserve, died from his injuries that night. He was buried the next day 26 October 1944 on Leyte. His body was then moved and reinterred in the 7740 USAF Cemetery, Leyte #1, Palo, Leyte, Philippines Islands. After the war (autumn of 1947) his remains (along with 8,568 other American soldiers) were disinterred and brought to the American Graves Registration Service Manila Mausoleum. From there, according to the wishes of his next of kin (widow, Mrs. Lillian M. Kuebker), Baker First Class Kenton William Kuebker's remains were brought back to the United States and he was buried on 11 October 1948 in his final resting place in Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota – Section C. Block 24, Grave 13570.
THE SECRETARY OF THE NAVY
WASHINGTON
The Secretary of the Navy takes pleasure in commending the
THE UNITED STATES SHIP ALBERT W. GRANT
"For outstanding heroism in action against enemy Japanese forces during the Battle for Leyte Gulf, October 24 to 27, 1944. Conducting a determined torpedo attack against a Japanese task force in Surigao Strait on the night of October 24, the U.S.S. ALBERT W. GRANT closed range to fire her first half salvo of torpedoes and succeeded in scoring hits on a Japanese battleship. Although severely damaged when heavy enemy guns opened fire as she turned to retire, she remained in the battle area and successfully launched her five remaining torpedoes, scoring hits on other enemy units. With all power gone, fires raging, compartments rapidly flooding and over one hundred casualties to care for, she fought throughout the night to remain afloat. Finally, assisted by a tug from Leyte, she effected the repair of her crudely patched holes and the pumping out of excess water and oil, resolutely continuing damage control measures until she could be taken in tow to an anchorage in Leyte Gulf. Crippled but undaunted, the ALBERT W. GRANT, superbly handled by gallant officers and men, rendered distinctive service and upheld the finest traditions of the United States Naval Service."
All personnel attached to and serving on board the ALBERT W. GRANT from October 24 to 27, 1944, are authorized to wear the NAVY UNIT COMMENDATION Ribbon.
/s/ John L. Sullivan
Acting Secretary of the Navy
Mandan, North Dakota Boys Scouts - Tenderfoot Kenton Kuebker
1940 United States Federal Census (10 April 1940) for New Salem, Morton County, North Dakota (sheet 5A, household 89) - Kenton Kuebker (19 North Dakota). He and his family had lived in Mandan, Morton County, North Dakota in 1935. Kenton had completed 4 years of high school. He was a clerk in the family bakery.
Kenton William Kuebker (21, 24 August 1919, Mandan, North Dakota), a resident of New Salem, Morton County, North Dakota, signed up for his World War II Draft Registration Card (Serial No. 919, Order No. 1482) on 16 October 1940 in New Salem, Morton County, North Dakota. He was employed by his father, Wm. Kuebker. He also listed his dad as the person who would always know his address. Kenton was described as 5' 11" in height, 165 lbs., with a light complexion, brown hair and blue eyes.
Kenton W. Kuebker married Lillian Marie Jebb on 23 August 1941 in North Dakota.
Kenton W. Kuebker (U.S. Navy Reserve) was drafted in the U.S. Navy on 30 May 1942 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Baker 3rd Class Kenton W. Kuebker (S/N 638-70-66), USNR, was assigned to the troop transport, U.S.S. Kenmore (AP-62) and was received on board upon its commissioning on 05 August 1942 at Baltimore, from Receiving Station, Navy Yard, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Baker 2nd Class Kenton William Kuebker (S/N 638-70-66), USNR, was transferred via NTS Norfolk, Virginia on 16 September 1943 to be FFT to the destroyer, U.S.S. Albert W. Grant (DD-649). The U.S.S. Kenmore (AP-62) was decommissioned at Baltimore, Maryland, on that day for conversion to a hospital ship.
He was received on board the U.S.S. Albert W. Grant (DD-649) on its commissioning, 24 November 1943 at Charleston, South Carolina. It carried a a crew of 288 men. On 01 March 1944 he was promoted to Baker 1st Class.
On 24 October, U.S.S. Albert W. Grant joined TG 77.2 and sailed to engage a Japanese task force reported steaming northward from the Sulu Sea toward Surigao Strait. That American battleship group met the Japanese force in the Battle of Surigao Strait, and Grant, along with other destroyers in advance of the main battle line, conducted a torpedo attack under the cover of darkness during the early morning hours of the 25th. "Commenced attack on Jap fleet, our unit fired torpedoes at 04.05."
During this attack, she was hit and severely damaged by gunfire, not only from Japanese naval forces, but also by friendly fire from the light cruiser, USS Denver (CL-58). BKR1c Kuebker's ship got caught in the crossfire. "We were in cross fire at 04:08…We were hit regular for 3 minutes…" The Albert W. Grant suffered 13 hits, 3 from 120mm Japanese shells and 10 by American six-inch shells. "by 04.20 we were dead in the water with no power or lights except emergency lighting." Thirty-eight men were killed and 104 were wounded. Sadly, based upon the patter of Denver hits over half of the men killed were due to the Denver.
"It was now roughly 0745. In an emotion packed effort we transferred 38 men who were severely wounded (including Baker First Class Kenton William Kuebker) to NEWCOMB (destroyer U.S.S. Newcomb DD-586) where they would have more expertise and improved medical assistance. Sadly, a number of these men died later as a result of their wounds." Kenton was then transferred to the hospital ship, U.S.S Mercy (AH-8).
Source: DD-649, U.S.S. Albert W. Grant - Common Men, Uncommon Valor by Terrence Patrick McGarty and Elaine (Carlson) Dorland (2007 Massachusetts Institute of Technology), page 148.
Baker First Class Kenton William Kuebker (S/N 638 70 66), U.S. Navy Reserve, died from his injuries that night. He was buried the next day 26 October 1944 on Leyte. His body was then moved and reinterred in the 7740 USAF Cemetery, Leyte #1, Palo, Leyte, Philippines Islands. After the war (autumn of 1947) his remains (along with 8,568 other American soldiers) were disinterred and brought to the American Graves Registration Service Manila Mausoleum. From there, according to the wishes of his next of kin (widow, Mrs. Lillian M. Kuebker), Baker First Class Kenton William Kuebker's remains were brought back to the United States and he was buried on 11 October 1948 in his final resting place in Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota – Section C. Block 24, Grave 13570.
THE SECRETARY OF THE NAVY
WASHINGTON
The Secretary of the Navy takes pleasure in commending the
THE UNITED STATES SHIP ALBERT W. GRANT
"For outstanding heroism in action against enemy Japanese forces during the Battle for Leyte Gulf, October 24 to 27, 1944. Conducting a determined torpedo attack against a Japanese task force in Surigao Strait on the night of October 24, the U.S.S. ALBERT W. GRANT closed range to fire her first half salvo of torpedoes and succeeded in scoring hits on a Japanese battleship. Although severely damaged when heavy enemy guns opened fire as she turned to retire, she remained in the battle area and successfully launched her five remaining torpedoes, scoring hits on other enemy units. With all power gone, fires raging, compartments rapidly flooding and over one hundred casualties to care for, she fought throughout the night to remain afloat. Finally, assisted by a tug from Leyte, she effected the repair of her crudely patched holes and the pumping out of excess water and oil, resolutely continuing damage control measures until she could be taken in tow to an anchorage in Leyte Gulf. Crippled but undaunted, the ALBERT W. GRANT, superbly handled by gallant officers and men, rendered distinctive service and upheld the finest traditions of the United States Naval Service."
All personnel attached to and serving on board the ALBERT W. GRANT from October 24 to 27, 1944, are authorized to wear the NAVY UNIT COMMENDATION Ribbon.
/s/ John L. Sullivan
Acting Secretary of the Navy
December 1931
Mandan, North Dakota Boys Scouts - Tenderfoot Kenton Kuebker
1940 United States Federal Census (10 April 1940) for New Salem, Morton County, North Dakota (sheet 5A, household 89) - Kenton Kuebker (19 North Dakota). He and his family had lived in Mandan, Morton County, North Dakota in 1935. Kenton had completed 4 years of high school. He was a clerk in the family bakery.
Kenton William Kuebker (21, 24 August 1919, Mandan, North Dakota), a resident of New Salem, Morton County, North Dakota, signed up for his World War II Draft Registration Card (Serial No. 919, Order No. 1482) on 16 October 1940 in New Salem, Morton County, North Dakota. He was employed by his father, Wm. Kuebker. He also listed his dad as the person who would always know his address. Kenton was described as 5' 11" in height, 165 lbs., with a light complexion, brown hair and blue eyes.
Kenton W. Kuebker married Lillian Marie Jebb on 23 August 1941 in North Dakota.
Kenton W. Kuebker (U.S. Navy Reserve) was drafted in the U.S. Navy on 30 May 1942 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Baker 3rd Class Kenton W. Kuebker (S/N 638-70-66), USNR, was assigned to the troop transport, U.S.S. Kenmore (AP-62) and was received on board upon its commissioning on 05 August 1942 at Baltimore, from Receiving Station, Navy Yard, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Baker 2nd Class Kenton William Kuebker (S/N 638-70-66), USNR, was transferred via NTS Norfolk, Virginia on 16 September 1943 to be FFT to the destroyer, U.S.S. Albert W. Grant (DD-649). The U.S.S. Kenmore (AP-62) was decommissioned at Baltimore, Maryland, on that day for conversion to a hospital ship.
He was received on board the U.S.S. Albert W. Grant (DD-649) on its commissioning, 24 November 1943 at Charleston, South Carolina. It carried a a crew of 288 men. On 01 March 1944 he was promoted to Baker 1st Class.
On 24 October, U.S.S. Albert W. Grant joined TG 77.2 and sailed to engage a Japanese task force reported steaming northward from the Sulu Sea toward Surigao Strait. That American battleship group met the Japanese force in the Battle of Surigao Strait, and Grant, along with other destroyers in advance of the main battle line, conducted a torpedo attack under the cover of darkness during the early morning hours of the 25th. "Commenced attack on Jap fleet, our unit fired torpedoes at 04.05."
During this attack, she was hit and severely damaged by gunfire, not only from Japanese naval forces, but also by friendly fire from the light cruiser, USS Denver (CL-58). BKR1c Kuebker's ship got caught in the crossfire. "We were in cross fire at 04:08…We were hit regular for 3 minutes…" The Albert W. Grant suffered 13 hits, 3 from 120mm Japanese shells and 10 by American six-inch shells. "by 04.20 we were dead in the water with no power or lights except emergency lighting." Thirty-eight men were killed and 104 were wounded. Sadly, based upon the patter of Denver hits over half of the men killed were due to the Denver.
"It was now roughly 0745. In an emotion packed effort we transferred 38 men who were severely wounded (including Baker First Class Kenton William Kuebker) to NEWCOMB (destroyer U.S.S. Newcomb DD-586) where they would have more expertise and improved medical assistance. Sadly, a number of these men died later as a result of their wounds." Kenton was then transferred to the hospital ship, U.S.S Mercy (AH-8).
Source: DD-649, U.S.S. Albert W. Grant - Common Men, Uncommon Valor by Terrence Patrick McGarty and Elaine (Carlson) Dorland (2007 Massachusetts Institute of Technology), page 148.
Baker First Class Kenton William Kuebker (S/N 638 70 66), U.S. Navy Reserve, died from his injuries that night. He was buried the next day 26 October 1944 on Leyte. His body was then moved and reinterred in the 7740 USAF Cemetery, Leyte #1, Palo, Leyte, Philippines Islands. After the war (autumn of 1947) his remains (along with 8,568 other American soldiers) were disinterred and brought to the American Graves Registration Service Manila Mausoleum. From there, according to the wishes of his next of kin (widow, Mrs. Lillian M. Kuebker), Baker First Class Kenton William Kuebker's remains were brought back to the United States and he was buried on 11 October 1948 in his final resting place in Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota – Section C. Block 24, Grave 13570.
THE SECRETARY OF THE NAVY
WASHINGTON
The Secretary of the Navy takes pleasure in commending the
THE UNITED STATES SHIP ALBERT W. GRANT
"For outstanding heroism in action against enemy Japanese forces during the Battle for Leyte Gulf, October 24 to 27, 1944. Conducting a determined torpedo attack against a Japanese task force in Surigao Strait on the night of October 24, the U.S.S. ALBERT W. GRANT closed range to fire her first half salvo of torpedoes and succeeded in scoring hits on a Japanese battleship. Although severely damaged when heavy enemy guns opened fire as she turned to retire, she remained in the battle area and successfully launched her five remaining torpedoes, scoring hits on other enemy units. With all power gone, fires raging, compartments rapidly flooding and over one hundred casualties to care for, she fought throughout the night to remain afloat. Finally, assisted by a tug from Leyte, she effected the repair of her crudely patched holes and the pumping out of excess water and oil, resolutely continuing damage control measures until she could be taken in tow to an anchorage in Leyte Gulf. Crippled but undaunted, the ALBERT W. GRANT, superbly handled by gallant officers and men, rendered distinctive service and upheld the finest traditions of the United States Naval Service."
All personnel attached to and serving on board the ALBERT W. GRANT from October 24 to 27, 1944, are authorized to wear the NAVY UNIT COMMENDATION Ribbon.
/s/ John L. Sullivan
Acting Secretary of the Navy
Mandan, North Dakota Boys Scouts - Tenderfoot Kenton Kuebker
1940 United States Federal Census (10 April 1940) for New Salem, Morton County, North Dakota (sheet 5A, household 89) - Kenton Kuebker (19 North Dakota). He and his family had lived in Mandan, Morton County, North Dakota in 1935. Kenton had completed 4 years of high school. He was a clerk in the family bakery.
Kenton William Kuebker (21, 24 August 1919, Mandan, North Dakota), a resident of New Salem, Morton County, North Dakota, signed up for his World War II Draft Registration Card (Serial No. 919, Order No. 1482) on 16 October 1940 in New Salem, Morton County, North Dakota. He was employed by his father, Wm. Kuebker. He also listed his dad as the person who would always know his address. Kenton was described as 5' 11" in height, 165 lbs., with a light complexion, brown hair and blue eyes.
Kenton W. Kuebker married Lillian Marie Jebb on 23 August 1941 in North Dakota.
Kenton W. Kuebker (U.S. Navy Reserve) was drafted in the U.S. Navy on 30 May 1942 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Baker 3rd Class Kenton W. Kuebker (S/N 638-70-66), USNR, was assigned to the troop transport, U.S.S. Kenmore (AP-62) and was received on board upon its commissioning on 05 August 1942 at Baltimore, from Receiving Station, Navy Yard, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Baker 2nd Class Kenton William Kuebker (S/N 638-70-66), USNR, was transferred via NTS Norfolk, Virginia on 16 September 1943 to be FFT to the destroyer, U.S.S. Albert W. Grant (DD-649). The U.S.S. Kenmore (AP-62) was decommissioned at Baltimore, Maryland, on that day for conversion to a hospital ship.
He was received on board the U.S.S. Albert W. Grant (DD-649) on its commissioning, 24 November 1943 at Charleston, South Carolina. It carried a a crew of 288 men. On 01 March 1944 he was promoted to Baker 1st Class.
On 24 October, U.S.S. Albert W. Grant joined TG 77.2 and sailed to engage a Japanese task force reported steaming northward from the Sulu Sea toward Surigao Strait. That American battleship group met the Japanese force in the Battle of Surigao Strait, and Grant, along with other destroyers in advance of the main battle line, conducted a torpedo attack under the cover of darkness during the early morning hours of the 25th. "Commenced attack on Jap fleet, our unit fired torpedoes at 04.05."
During this attack, she was hit and severely damaged by gunfire, not only from Japanese naval forces, but also by friendly fire from the light cruiser, USS Denver (CL-58). BKR1c Kuebker's ship got caught in the crossfire. "We were in cross fire at 04:08…We were hit regular for 3 minutes…" The Albert W. Grant suffered 13 hits, 3 from 120mm Japanese shells and 10 by American six-inch shells. "by 04.20 we were dead in the water with no power or lights except emergency lighting." Thirty-eight men were killed and 104 were wounded. Sadly, based upon the patter of Denver hits over half of the men killed were due to the Denver.
"It was now roughly 0745. In an emotion packed effort we transferred 38 men who were severely wounded (including Baker First Class Kenton William Kuebker) to NEWCOMB (destroyer U.S.S. Newcomb DD-586) where they would have more expertise and improved medical assistance. Sadly, a number of these men died later as a result of their wounds." Kenton was then transferred to the hospital ship, U.S.S Mercy (AH-8).
Source: DD-649, U.S.S. Albert W. Grant - Common Men, Uncommon Valor by Terrence Patrick McGarty and Elaine (Carlson) Dorland (2007 Massachusetts Institute of Technology), page 148.
Baker First Class Kenton William Kuebker (S/N 638 70 66), U.S. Navy Reserve, died from his injuries that night. He was buried the next day 26 October 1944 on Leyte. His body was then moved and reinterred in the 7740 USAF Cemetery, Leyte #1, Palo, Leyte, Philippines Islands. After the war (autumn of 1947) his remains (along with 8,568 other American soldiers) were disinterred and brought to the American Graves Registration Service Manila Mausoleum. From there, according to the wishes of his next of kin (widow, Mrs. Lillian M. Kuebker), Baker First Class Kenton William Kuebker's remains were brought back to the United States and he was buried on 11 October 1948 in his final resting place in Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, Hennepin County, Minnesota – Section C. Block 24, Grave 13570.
THE SECRETARY OF THE NAVY
WASHINGTON
The Secretary of the Navy takes pleasure in commending the
THE UNITED STATES SHIP ALBERT W. GRANT
"For outstanding heroism in action against enemy Japanese forces during the Battle for Leyte Gulf, October 24 to 27, 1944. Conducting a determined torpedo attack against a Japanese task force in Surigao Strait on the night of October 24, the U.S.S. ALBERT W. GRANT closed range to fire her first half salvo of torpedoes and succeeded in scoring hits on a Japanese battleship. Although severely damaged when heavy enemy guns opened fire as she turned to retire, she remained in the battle area and successfully launched her five remaining torpedoes, scoring hits on other enemy units. With all power gone, fires raging, compartments rapidly flooding and over one hundred casualties to care for, she fought throughout the night to remain afloat. Finally, assisted by a tug from Leyte, she effected the repair of her crudely patched holes and the pumping out of excess water and oil, resolutely continuing damage control measures until she could be taken in tow to an anchorage in Leyte Gulf. Crippled but undaunted, the ALBERT W. GRANT, superbly handled by gallant officers and men, rendered distinctive service and upheld the finest traditions of the United States Naval Service."
All personnel attached to and serving on board the ALBERT W. GRANT from October 24 to 27, 1944, are authorized to wear the NAVY UNIT COMMENDATION Ribbon.
/s/ John L. Sullivan
Acting Secretary of the Navy
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